Kadisha McNeil and teacher Lillian Wade during English IV class recently at Green Oaks High School. Jim Hudelson/The Times

Written by

Area voters in Caddo, Bossier and Red River parishes overwhelmingly approved 10 years worth of property tax renewals Saturday to support their public schools.

A light turnout determined citizens will continue to pay the taxes, totaling over $102 million in annual funding. The millages pay teacher salaries, utilities, maintenance and day-to-day operations of the districts.

"When given the opportunity, voters support public education," said Caddo school board president Larry Ramsey. "Once again they proved a strong belief in public schools, and we are beyond pleased."Bossier ...